1980 Audi Sport vs. 1972 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 710 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1972 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | Sport | Charger |
Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 110.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |